Penguin Books Australia

'I started writing this book after I found myself trying to juggle two seemingly opposing things: I wanted to provide good, nutritious food for myself and my family, while also watching my dollars when I went to the supermarket.' – Arabella Forge

 More and more people are interested in eating well and in understanding where their food comes from. But where to start? Organic, free-range...

Featuring over 80 self-contained projects, from growing your own food organically, cooking home-grown produce, keeping selected livestock, and leading a more sustainable lifestyle, this down-to-earth, yet practical guide is the perfect start for someone looking to go 'green.'

Self-sufficient living means different things to different people: a healthier life, a way to help protect the earth, a way to save money, or all of the above. For a few, it means going completely 'off the grid.' For many more, it means some combination of self-reliance in the areas of food, shelter, energy, clothing, and more. The Complete Idiot's Guide® to Self-Sufficient Living provides a wide...

Make the break, realise the dream and start living 'The Good Life!' with John Seymour.

The new edition of this enduring classic from the founding father of modern self-sufficiency, John Seymour, is still the key reference to living off the land.

Covering all the practicals from ploughing fields to milking cows as well as information on how to create an urban organic garden and harness natural energy...

John Seymour's classic guide gives you the knowledge and expertise to create your own self-sufficient garden and produce what you need. Whatever the size of your space, discover how to garden organically and maximise your harvest...

 Discover the joys of home grown.

Growing your own food guarantees access to the freshest and most nutritious ingredients while also saving you money.  No matter how large or small your garden, you can create a productive space and enjoy food from your own backyard.

First issued in 1941, when the national crisis made it essential for every scrap of kitchen waste and spare time to be used for increasing the nation's food resources, this book enabled the meagre official wartime rations to be supplemented in thousands of homes by a regular supply of eggs and meat, at a minimum of trouble and expense.